The official launch will take place at the Connacht Tribune Print Works at 19:00 on Friday 3rd November, preceded by a performance by Plastique Fantastique at Nun’s Island Theatre at 18:00.

They Call Us The Screamers takes its reference from a book written by Jenny James that gives an account of the primal therapy commune that she established in County Donegal in the mid 1970s and the controversy that followed. The reference provides the title and thematic compass for the exhibition, with artworks orientated to ideas that are held together by the historical episode, including ideas of withdrawal and selfhood, autonomy and self-sufficiency, voice and neurosis, and future culture.*

Opening Weekend Performances & Events

All performances and events are free and open to all. No booking required, but capacity is limited in all venues so please arrive early to avoid disappointment. Keep an eye on further events and public programmes that will be posted here on the TULCA website and communicated through our social media channels, on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

The exhibition is accompanied by a free limited – edition publication designed by Alex Synge / The First 47, available at all venues. The publication contains a curatorial essay by Matt Packer, artist information, and three commissioned texts by Sue Rainsford.

Venue & Visitor Information

Galway is a small city; all venues are easily walkable. Click here for a link to all venues.